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$50+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Detroit (MSY - DTT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — DTT
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Detroit All airports are usually found in October or February, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Detroit (DTT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$102
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$50
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$176

Good round-trip deal

$190 or less

Good one-way deal

$150 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/184:38 pmMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
mié. 11/196:12 amDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$102
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/139:06 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 26mSpirit Airlines
lun. 11/176:10 amDTW - MSY
1 stop9h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$104
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/149:06 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 26mSpirit Airlines
mar. 11/186:10 amDTW - MSY
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$111
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/218:27 pmMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
lun. 11/245:49 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$139
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/32:35 pmMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 28mSpirit Airlines
jue. 12/42:50 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$145

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Detroit that are best for you.

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New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 11/13

9:40 am-12:07 am

2 stops13h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/17

6:10 am-2:48 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$122

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 11/17

8:49 pm-9:19 am

1 stop11h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/18

1:59 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$123

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 11/21

8:27 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/24

5:49 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$139

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 11/26

2:35 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 12/1

5:49 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$139

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 12/3

2:35 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 12/4

2:50 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$145

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 11/28

8:27 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 12/4

2:50 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$153

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 11/6

7:47 am-3:42 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 11/9

8:00 pm-6:52 am

1 stop11h 52m

$162

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 11/5

3:21 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 1/1

10:49 am-4:27 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$171

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 12/25

5:22 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop23h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 12/31

6:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$172

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 11/20

8:54 am-8:06 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/25

6:35 am-6:19 pm

1 stop12h 44m

$191

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Detroit in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Detroit flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Detroit

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Detroit. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit (average of $61). Flying from New Orleans to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $168). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 75% on flights from New Orleans to Detroit by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Detroit. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Detroit flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Detroit?

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated octubre 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and Spirit Airlines from New Orleans to Detroit. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,115 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to Detroit?

    If you book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong to All airports. Flights to Detroit All airports (DTT) from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) take 2h 26m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Louis Armstrong to Detroit per day from 4 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

    Spirit Airlines can get you from New Orleans to Detroit in just under 13h 27m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 928 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Detroit round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $90. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $179 and $218, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Detroit?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Orleans to Detroit consider choosing KLM (93%), Delta (93%) or Virgin Atlantic (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Detroit?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $54. While the most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $110 on average, our data indicates $790 when flying from New Orleans to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit (average of $61). Flying from New Orleans to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $168). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from New Orleans to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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